The Parting Glass Riesling Late Harvest
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from vintage release, though its high sugar and acidity allow it to age gracefully for decades.
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Blue cheese, fruit tarts, foie gras
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Named after the beloved Irish farewell song, 'The Parting Glass' is Owen Roe's exquisite tribute to traditional European dessert wines, crafted from late-harvest Riesling grapes grown in the cool, high-elevation sites of Washington's Yakima Valley. Winemaker David O'Reilly leverages the region's dramatic diurnal temperature shifts, which allow the grapes to hang late into the autumn, developing concentrated sugars and occasionally noble rot (botrytis) while preserving a vibrant, electric acidity. This luscious dessert wine captures the essence of the harvest's end, offering a rich tapestry of honeyed apricot, candied citrus, and mineral notes, balanced by a clean, refreshing finish. It represents the final, sweet toast of a memorable gathering, embodying the warmth and hospitality of Irish heritage.
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Established in 1999 by winemaker David O'Reilly and co-founder Jerry Owen, Owen Roe is a highly acclaimed Pacific Northwest winery dedicated to producing exceptional, terroir-driven wines from Washington and Oregon. Named after the historic 17th-century Irish patriot Owen Roe O'Neill, the winery operates its estate vineyard and production facility at 309 Shipley Rd, Granger, WA 98932, United States, in the heart of the Yakima Valley, while sourcing fruit from legendary sites like DuBrul, Red Willow, and Seven Hills. Owen Roe's winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention, utilizing small-batch fermentations and meticulous French oak aging to craft expressive, structurally complex wines. They are particularly celebrated for their bold, single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons, northern Rhône-style Syrahs like Ex Umbris, and creative blends such as Sinister Hand and Abbot's Table. More information can be found on their official website at https://www.owenroe.com.